Vegan Peanut Butter Cups

ByHannah Peterson

Vegan Peanut Butter Cups — Rich, Creamy & Better Than Store-Bought!

If you’ve ever wished your favorite peanut butter cups were just a little more chocolatey, a lot more creamy, and completely dairy-free, these Vegan Peanut Butter Cups are about to become your new go-to sweet treat. They’re simple, quick, and honestly? They taste like a gourmet version of the classic candy we all grew up loving. 🤤

These homemade cups are made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients, no preservatives, and that perfect melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter center. Perfect for snacking, gifting, freezing for later (if they even last that long), or satisfying a late-night craving.

🥣 Ingredients

For the Chocolate Shell:

  • 1 ½ cups dairy-free dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil (helps make the chocolate silky and snappy)

For the Peanut Butter Filling:

  • ½ cup creamy natural peanut butter
  • 2–3 tbsp maple syrup or agave
  • 1 tbsp coconut flour (optional — helps thicken)
  • Pinch of sea salt

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Melt the Chocolate

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in 20–30 second intervals, stirring until smooth and glossy.

2️⃣ Create the Chocolate Base

Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
Add 1–2 teaspoons of melted chocolate to each cup, swirl to coat the bottom, and tilt gently so it climbs the sides slightly.

Freeze for 10 minutes to set.

3️⃣ Make the Filling

In a small bowl, mix together peanut butter, maple syrup, sea salt, and coconut flour (if using).
It should be thick, creamy, and scoopable.

4️⃣ Assemble

Place a spoonful of peanut butter mixture in each chocolate-lined cup.
Flatten slightly, but leave room for the top layer of chocolate.

Pour more melted chocolate over each cup until fully covered.

5️⃣ Chill

Freeze for 15–20 minutes or refrigerate until the chocolate is firm.

Then… enjoy pure chocolate-peanut butter bliss. 🤎✨

🌿 Tips for Perfect Peanut Butter Cups

✨ Use runny peanut butter for a silkier center
✨ Add crushed peanuts for texture
✨ Try almond butter or cashew butter for flavor variations
✨ Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for 3 months

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